First Look: Weatherby Mark V Backcountry Guide Rifles

We take a quick look at Weatherby’s new lightweight Mark V Backcountry Guide and Guide Ti hunting rifles.

Weatherby is continuing to expand its Backcountry line, this time with two models of lightweight mountain hunting rifles. Called the Mark V Backcountry Guide and the Mark V Backcountry Ti, the two models are available in 12 different chambering options, and 6 of those are available in left-handed options as well.

The greatest appeal of the new Backcountry Mark V Guide rifles is how lightweight they are, making them ideal for being carried for long distances. The standard models range from 5.4 pounds to 6.6 pounds depending on their chambering, and the titanium-action Ti models range from 5.1 pounds to 5.9 pounds. Chambering options include .240 Wby Mag., .243 Win., .257 Wby Mag., .280 Ackley Improved, .300 PRC, .300 Wby. Mag., .300 Win., .308 Win., 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 Wby. RPM, 6.5-300 Wby. Mag. and 7mm PRC.

Designed to be handy in the field, Backcountry Mark V Guide rifles feature shorter barrel lengths than usual. They also feature Peak 44 Blacktooth carbon fiber stocks that are durable, lightweight and come with two factory-installed Spartan Precision Gunsmithing adapters on the forend as well as a Blacktooth 3D Hex recoil pad. Other notable features include threaded BSF carbon fiber barrels, adjustable TriggerTech triggers, Accubrake ST muzzle brakes and their Cerakote finish.

The standard model Weatherby Backcountry Mark V Guide has an MSRP of $3,299 and the Ti version with a titanium action has an MSRP of $3,799.

For more information, visit weatherby.com.

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